Turner’s Tough First Year at Clemson | Clemson Tigers Football News

Clemson’s 28-year-old safeties coach Nolan Turner, a former All-ACC safety, is making waves after landing a spot on 247Sports’ prestigious “30 Under 30” list — one of just six ACC coaches honored this year. Just a year after joining the staff, Turner helped lead a turnover-heavy unit under Swinney, and now, as the new head of safeties, he’s facing a rebuilding challenge: two starters transferred out, two new players brought in, and a true freshman sidelined by a season-ending ACL tear. With limited experience and a roster in flux, Turner’s first year as head coach is shaping up to be a high-stakes test — and a defining moment for one of college football’s brightest young minds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/349eed390cf815b7